2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 598 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (264 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
Model | Mountaineer | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 345 Nm | 264 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1413 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 54 L |